John Francis Murphy III
May 4, 1966 ~ October 31, 2022
John Francis Murphy III, 56, of Temecula, California, succumbed to Pancreatic Cancer in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on October 31, 2022.
John is survived by his wife Susan of 30 years, sons Charlie Murphy (Ashley Directo), Daniel (Paris) Murphy, daughter Kaylie Murphy, Mother Maria Murphy, sisters Terri (Vance) Brown, Angelina Murphy, Lisa Kirst, and grandchildren Aaliyah Canada, Mason Directo, nieces, nephews, and extended family. John was a loving and devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to everyone he came across.
John was born May 4, 1966, in Glendale, California to his mother Maria and predeceased father John Murphy Jr. John loved sports; following hockey and football, and rooting for the Detroit Red Wings and the Los Angeles Rams. He worked as a Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), while also owning and operating his own business in the same field for the last 10 years before he was forced to give up the career he loved and was highly respected in, due to his health.
John spent his free time with his family and friends, always being the life of the party. He was known for striking up conversations with anyone about anything and as a result, gained him the nickname The Mayor of Old Town. John also enjoyed playing the guitar and drums and would constantly be known for grabbing one of his many instruments and performing for those around him, showcasing his passion for all things Van Halen and classic rock, thus gaining him the title The Rockstar. He enjoyed watching Fox News or movies in an variety of genres ranging from bank heists, comedies and even Disney movies; such as The Town, The Other Guys, Alice in Wonderland and Mary Poppins to name a few.
John’s family was his most prized possession and was the type of person that would do anything and everything for those he loved. He got to experience the joys of being a grandfather, welcoming his first granddaughter and bonus grandson in 2021. He loved his family more than anything and to say he will be missed is an understatement. We are thankful to say he left this Earth on his own terms and pain free surrounded by the ones he loved the most.
A special thank you to Kaiser Hospice in Riverside for their loving care and support during John’s final weeks. Also, the family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude towards England Family Mortuary and Calvary Chapel Bible Fellowship for being very accommodating and understanding during this difficult time.
Funeral services for John will be held at Calvary Chapel Bible Fellowship in Temecula, located at 34180 Rancho California Road on Tuesday, November 15th from 10:30- 12:30PM.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to England Family Mortuary, Inc.
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Love and Prayers to Susan and the kids.
God Saw You Getting Tired
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So he put His arms around you
And whispered “Come to me.”
With tearful eyes we watched you
As you slowly slipped away
And though we loved you dearly
We couldn’t make you stay.
Your golden heart stopped beating
Your tired hands put to rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
by Frances and Kathleen Coelho
My uncle John is already deeply missed. He really was the funniest member of the family, with a sense of humor that was cunning, quick, and relevant. I heard many times over that he loved me in a sincere way; a quality you don’t always see in men. His love for his family was wildly evident especially in the way he absolutely adored my aunt. The two of them had a lot of fun together and are just two peas in a pod – hysterical, caring, optimistic, loving, and honest. Not to mention the dozens of perfectly executed costumes and theme parties they enjoyed over the years. They lived life to the absolute fullest together! Together they raised three wonderful humans who are all smart, sweet, and also funny. The Murphy family is just so special. The tragedy of his passing really hurts – but I’m so grateful he was in my life.
Cathy and Jack Henderson
John, so sorry for your loss but so glad you’re out of pain I am sorry I can’t be there for your memorial but you are in my heart and my heart goes out to your family. Wish I could be there to give them a hug.
Dear little John, I remember babysitting you and your sisters when you guys were little. You were a sweet active little cousin! I only wish I had more memories when you were older and all grown up! You are such a handsome young man. But I will hang onto what I have, and I will always love you! You’re with Jesus and your dad and your grandparents, what a blessing that is ! Sending my love, Your cousin Kathy❤️ You will always be missed by all of us!
RIP John. Jeff Heaton, Melinda DeCoster
John
It all started when you were sitting on a stool enjoying your beer when this drunk man flew out of nowhere knocking you off of your stool. That you went on to become good friends says so much about you as a person. Then you moved a couple houses down the street. We became “Framily”. To say you are missed is a massive understatement. Susan and the kids will be okay. It’s hard for them but they take it one day at a time. You are now pain free, for that I’m thankful.
Rest In Peace John
Until we meet again
Debbie “Mama” and Manuel
Johnny Murph! From that Fall day in 1981 when you transferred into my algebra class at Madison High School and took the empty seat next to me and we struck up a conversation about dirt bikes, then music, we’ve been friends ever since. Desert trips, canyon rides, countless concerts, and many drunken adventures. The US Festival in 1983 when they were letting people in and you still needed to get your ticket…as I headed in, you said, “I’ll see you in there dude” by the time Ozzy took the stage I hear from the crowd “Mike…Mike”! I turned around…and Johnny Murph! 400,000 people there that day and you found me. That’s how it is when you’re friends. I’ll miss you man. I’ll miss the laughs, the jokes, the way we would play off each other, one up each others jokes, and laugh, sometimes until our bellys hurt like we had done 100 sit ups. We had a lot of fun. That’s how it is when you’re friends. From all that to those last hours on Halloween when you opened your eyes slightly and looked at me and I said “I’m still here man, you’re not getting rid of me that easily” and you cracked a smile and squeezed my hand. That’s how it is when you’re friends. I told you before I left “I’m your friend Johnny Murph and you’re my friend…and that matters” I cried most of the way home because I knew our ride was coming to an end in this world. I’m going to keep living life to the fullest because I know that’s what you would want us all to do…but it won’t be the same without you. That’s how it is when you’re friends. And, when my time comes…I’ll see you at the bridge. You’ll know it’s me when you hear…JOHNNY MURPH!!! Rest easy my friend you’ve earned it. Your friend, Michael Martinez or as you would say “MickeyMikeyMo”
John, you left us too early, but while here you really lived. You raised a wonderful, tight knit family that you can be proud of. You and Sue loved deeply and we know you’ll be missed very much. RIP and soar high above.
Best,
Bill & Monica
May you rest in sweet peace
in our Heavenly Father’s arms my dear cousin🙏🕊
You will always be dearly loved!
I was sad to hear that he was gone. We went to elementary school together. He was such a funny guy. One of the class clowns. We ran into each other at Whiskey Bend (a bar in Burbank) in the 90’s. Caught up on things and he never changed since i knew him at a young age. A funny, sweet, handsome guy. That’s funny what someone said about the US Festival. I was there also. John and i ran into one another and spoke for a few moments. Ya crazy all those people and you run into someone you had not seen in 10 or so years. Life cut to short. May time, love, and God help heal. Sending thoughts to the family.
Maria (an old friend)